A blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Grenache from old vines, this is an elegant, medium-bodied example of Costieres de Nimes, with nothing out of place. Plummy fruit is accented by hints of spice and framed by soft tannins, with a long, crisp finish. Drink now–2016.——J.C.(12/15/2011)—— 89